Sermons on Fulfilling His Purposes:

Bearing His Image

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 8, 2013

Romans tells us that God has redeemed us and predestined us to bear the likeness of Christ reflecting His holiness, His Heart, and His glory. The likeness of the Son of God is to be borne in the lives of His true followers.

Bearing His Image Romans 8:24-34 On a wall near the main entrance to the Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, is a portrait with the following inscription: "James Butler Bonham--no picture of him exists. This portrait is of his nephew, Major James Bonham, deceased, who greatly resembled his uncle. It is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

His Grace Is Enough Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Dec 20, 2011

Man's religion is at war with God's revelation.

Introduction Earlier in this sermon series I illustrated a point with the story of my little one year old daughter Felicity rummaging through her brother’s things in her near constant treasure hunting as she roams around the house seeking for things to get into. Just the other day she came ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10

Denomination: Christian Church

We Are His Ambassadors Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on May 11, 2020

As A New Creation "in Christ" we also serve as His ambassadors.

Who are we in Christ? That is the subject of this series. Worded slightly different the series title is a statement: “Who We Are in Christ?” Through this series we will look at varying aspects of our status in Christ. Last week we looked at the fact that “in Christ” (a favorite phrase of Paul) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Rock—his Revelation.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 2, 2021

The 16th century theologian Martin Luther once experience a long period of worry and despondency. One day his wife dressed in black mourning clothes...

The Rock—His Revelation. Psalm 27:1-8, 14NKJV A dear Christian lady was close to death when her minister came to visit her. He softy asked, “Sister, are you sinking?” She looked at him in disbelief and said nothing. Again he said, “Sister are you sinking?” She still could not believe that he would ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-8, 1 John 1:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Coincidence Or Providence? Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 22, 2021

Providence is coincidence with a purpose-God's purpose. It is no longer a mere matter of chance, but is the fulfilling of God's plan in history.

Everyone experiences coincidence somewhere in life. Two people say the same thing at the same time. You go to call someone and the phone rings, and it is the person you were going to call. You flip open the hymnal, and it opens right to the number you were looking for. On and on we could go until ...read more

Scripture: Esther 6:1-11

The Wonder Of His Resurrection Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jul 19, 2004

Jesus provides ultimate hope.

"THE WONDER OF HIS RESURRECTION" LUKE 24: 13-35 INTRODUCTION: In the movie, "City Slickers," comedian Billy Crystal plays a bored baby boomer who sells advertising. One day he is invited to visit his son’s school to tell the children about his job. But as he speaks he can see the kids are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Signs Of His Return Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 29, 2021

A heavily edited sermon from the series, "The Return of the King" available on Sermon Central, we look at the biblical prophecies regarding the return of our King Jesus

Signs in the Sky Return of the King: Week 2 Scripture: Luke 21:24-25; Joel 2:30-31; Matthew 24:29-47 (Back of Bulletin) Last week we started a new series called Return of the King… Last week, we learned about seven signs coming from the nation of Israel, signaling that Jesus is preparing to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:24-25, Joel 2:30-31, Matthew 24:29-47

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Masterpiece Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 9, 2021

You were created in the image of God, a masterpiece made for a purpose. And there is only ONE OF YOU. That means you have a reason to be and a purpose to fulfill.

The Point: YOU ARE A MASTERPIECE. ACT LIKE IT. ME: Good morning, Gateway Church. It is great to have you with us today. This morning we are starting a BRAND-NEW teaching series called ONE! Series intro/set up: Independence. It's one of the core values of American culture. We are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Philippians 2:3-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

You Have A God Given Purpose

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 13, 2018

Your purpose here on earth is God written and God spoken, if only you would push to the latter, no man can destroy it.

May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: YOU HAVE A GOD GIVEN PURPOSE John 18:37-38 King James Version (KJV) 37 Pilate therefore said unto him, Art thou a king then? Jesus answered, Thou sayest that I am a king. To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Charismatic

We Are His Hands

Contributed by Tom Evans on Mar 28, 2001

Greatness in the kingdom of heaven is recognized by simple acts of kindness.

We Are His Hands Michael Jordan is considered by some to be the greatest athlete of all time. He finished his star-studded career with a stellar performance. Time was winding down on the NBA championship game. The Chicago Bulls were down by one basket. The ball was passed to Jordan. Jordan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-40

Denomination: Adventist

"In His Presence”

Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Jun 15, 2005

It is hard to see that God is working in our lives sometimes when things are unfavorable. In fact it seems sometimes as if God is not there at all when we are experiencing difficult, unexplainable moments within our existence, but don’t loss faith, you ar

Elder M. Edmunds Co-Pastor of United Ordained Church August 2003 It is hard to see that God is working in our lives sometimes when things are unfavorable. In fact it seems sometimes as if God is not there at all when we are experiencing difficult, unexplainable moments within our existence. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

His Body In Motion Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 26, 2007

We want to change – our selves, our lives, our circumstances, but we can’t seem to find the right change that works. We are constantly seeking to change all the things that seem to be so full of promise but empty of real or lasting results.

THE SUPREME MYSTERY – THE BODY OF CHRIST ACT II: The Mystery of The Body Unveiled 5. HIS BODY IN MOTION (Eph. 4:17-32) INTRODUCTION: “Flushed Away.” How true of so many lives! Downward spiral. Starts slowly, builds up speed and suction until a destiny in the sewer becomes unavoidable. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating His Death

Contributed by Rich Vanarsdalen on Jun 25, 2007

Take a look into what exactly happened to this world at the death of the Lord Jesus Christ.

COMMUNION Celebrating His Death Introduction: We are celebrating the Lord’s Supper today in our service: I would like to seek to grasp the heart today of why communion is important to God – and one of the two ordinances that He has left us to practice in the church. Paul, inspired by the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You In His Will?

Contributed by Pablo Catala on Sep 8, 2019

Trusting and hoping in God

There comes a time in an individual’s life when they must come to a conclusion of what is real and what is fantasy. Some people believe their whole lives that they are going to be famous, make lots of money and be accepted by everyone, some believe that they are the cream of the crop and others ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Carry His Cross

Contributed by Numeriano P. Galgo, Jr on Apr 14, 2019

Are you carrying the right cross?

Sermon No. 10 CARRY HIS CROSS By: Atty. Numeriano P. Galgo, Jr. April 14, 2019 Tagum City, Philippines attyborgegalgo@gmail.com Part I. A. Greetings B. Overview of the message The message this morning is about carrying the cross of Jesus Christ. He carried our cross of sins. Can we carry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26

Denomination: Free Methodist